Give your kids the stars with this DIY Travel Constellation Activity for Kids. This post was sponsored by WaterWipes as part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.
DIY Travel Constellation Activity for Kids
I want to give my kids the stars. Big brother is back in school which means this little toddler is loving all of the one-on-one attention. For once, she doesn’t have to share mommy! As we start to settle back into our busy “routine,” I want to make sure that learning and FUN continue to be a BIG part of her day – even when we’re on-the-go! So this DIY Travel Constellation Activity for Kids is the perfect toddler activity for little hands. Combining a craft, education and motor skills activity in one, giving my girl the stars has never been easier! Here’s how to make your own for under $5:
What You Will Need
- Mini Metal Cookie Sheet (Dig out an old one or thrift one!)
- Black Chalk Paint
- Pack of Glow-in-the-Dark Plastic Stars or foam star stickers
- Mini Magnets
- Hot Glue Gun
- Chalk
Directions
Directions- Paint your cookie sheet in chalk paint (may take a few coats). Allow to dry.
- Glue the mini magnets to the backs of the glow-in-the-dark stars. Allow to dry.
- Place star magnets onto chalkboard into desired constellation shape.
- Using chalk, have your toddler connect the stars (like connecting the dots).
This star gazing and motor skills activity is perfect for travel. I love how portable everything is too! So whether you’re star gazing at night, or recreating the night sky during the day, this activity will keep your little learner interested in those twinkling lights.
Clean Up with the Safest Wipes for Kids
Chalk + a toddler = a BIG ole mess. While my toddler may be past the potty training phase (can I get a hallelujah?), I still use baby wipes for everything, including busy craft activities like this Travel Constellation Craft. And for my little love, not just any wipe will do. I trust WaterWipes to provide the best possible baby wipe for my girl’s sensitive skin. Here’s why this mom trusts WaterWipes for all of my toddler’s needs:
- I can tell you EXACTLY what’s inside WaterWipes. It’s 99.9% water. 0.1% Grapefruit seed extract. And that’s it, making WaterWipes the safest and chemical-free baby wipe out there. No weird or unidentifiable ingredients. No harsh chemicals.
- But don’t think this wipe doesn’t mean business. WaterWipes are both durable and effective in keeping your little one clean. From messy diapers (I’ve changed a few hundred) to crafting fun, I trust WaterWipes to get the clean up job done quickly.
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Brandy says
That’s so cute! My kids love DIY crafts and I think this is something they would enjoy!
Pam Wattenbarger says
This is such a fun activity for kids! I love this idea and how easy it is.
Lauryn R says
This is such a cute idea! I love that you used an old cookie sheet and just spruced it up with black paint! My kids would love this. 🙂 I also think it’s awesome that it’s magnetic. You can use whatever color paint you want, as well as magnets! It would also be fun to practice spelling and math with magnetic letters and numbers!
Liz Mays says
Oh this is super fun. I think kids would have a blast recreating constellations and making some of their own.
Jeanine says
What a really fun and creative idea! I think i want to do this with my kids – I really think they’d enjoy it. Looks like a lot of fun, and we love crafty ideas like this!
Marcie W. says
This is such a special idea! My kids are older, but we are a family of space and science lovers, so I think it would still be fun to do this.
Melissa says
I love the idea that you can take this DIY CRAFT WITH YOU and have your kids play while they learn!there is truly nothing better than an activity that teaches kids while they are busy having fun
Kelly Hutchinson says
I love this idea! It is so cute! And so fun for kids! I bet this makes road trips fun for them.
Jocelyn Cañasa Brown says
Aw, I bet the kids love this. It is so cute, fun and a great teaching tool. Definitely will try it with the kids.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
I am sharing this post with my daughter so she and can make this with my pretty little granddaughter. Looks like they will have loads of fun with it. Thanks for sharing.
Nikki Wayne says
Oh, that is an incredible idea. I will make this for my son, he will love it!
Brianne says
This is such a fun and educational DIY. This would go great in my childrens playroom!
Janet W. says
What a neat idea! This would be so fun and education for my grandsons to do!
hchybinski says
That’s such a fun idea!
Monica says
This is so clever! And you make it look so simple. 🙂
Toni | BoulderLocavore.com says
Such a fun activity for kids! I love making learning fun for my kids!
Ann Bacciaglia says
This will be a fun craft to do with my friends kids this weekend. I will have to get the supplies we will need.
Amanda Love says
Constellations, a lesson that’s easy for kids to forget. It would be nice to give them extra activities to make sure that they learn about the stars! This is such a great idea and it’s easy for moms to make as well!
Kita Bryant says
This is a super neat idea! My friend homeschools her daughter and is always looking for things like this. Passing along!
Rosey says
This is really fun. This would be great for the clasroom too!